Hi guys..... pls help me
i need to put sum kitchen things on the wall what size drill bite and plug do i use....... thank u......
2007-09-11 01:37:06 · 5 answers · asked by PLUTTO 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
It all depends on the final weight of the items, the thickness of your walls, and whether or not you want the "plug" to be permanent.
Run, do no walk, to your local hardware supply. Go to the "wall anchor" section with the information on hand.
There are a variety of anchors available. Some for dry wall, plaster on gypsum, plaster on lath, wood, masonry, or even concrete.
My home has 3/8" plaster on top of 3/8" gypsum, so I know that if I want to put something up, I have to look for an anchor that can be secured in a 3/4" wall, whether permanent or temporary.
2007-09-11 01:50:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
With no offense at all; a 3/8 hole is like a sewer manhole cover in a house.
Obvious to me are the lack of details, which Phillip has added in his own experiences.
You should first know what it is you wish to hang, and its weight. Then you should determine whether or not you want to hang into studs or the existing wall material.
If the items aren't extremely heavy you might not even bother with drilling. Just purchase the plastic/ threaded/ screw type anchors. Using a hammer to tap the point in where you want the piece to hang, then use a Phillips head screw driver until the anchor is flush to the wall, then add a screw. Pictures/ plaques/ fancy plates/ etc. are hung with the stress being "SHEAR" weight, and unlike a shelf, extending from a wall, are less subject to gravity. Certainly you wouldn't hang a Bowling Ball, using the same type anchor as a framed picture of the family.
Steven Wolf
2007-09-11 02:01:09 · answer #2 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Start by choosing your screws. If possible go into the studs than you can count on the fact that nothing is coming down. If you must miss the studs than again start with your screws but buy them in a set with the plug as you called it. Each size will be rated by weight it will support. If more than one screw will hold whatever you are hanging keep in mind that you divide the weight among the screws. Most likely your hardware guy in your local home improvement store will be able to guide you. Good luck!
2007-09-14 11:36:02 · answer #3 · answered by Derek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
3/8"
None taken, Doc. The answer is 3/8" to accomodate the toggle bolts I'd recommend using... not knowing what this dude wants to hang, I'd suggest going as stout as you can get away with... 3/8 ought to do it.
2007-09-11 01:44:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You don't give much to be answered with. You should elaborate
2007-09-11 17:35:02 · answer #5 · answered by kayneriend 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋